Real Estate News
Appraisals, Data and the Proposed NAR Settlement
With practice changes coming that include prohibiting offers of compensation on MLSs, it’s imperative that brokers, agents and appraisers keep open communication. Read More
Consumer Sentiment Dips Slightly
Consumer sentiment for July was slightly revised to 66.4, down from June’s 68.2. Inflation expectations fall, but economic attitudes remain cautious amid high prices. Read More
NAR Practice Changes Begin Aug. 17
The changes were reviewed by the MLS Emerging Issues and Technology Advisory Board and adopted by the National Association of Realtors® Leadership Team. Read More
10 Things About the Housing Market Right Now
CoreLogic said high mortgage interest rates during the spring home season drove home sales lower, cooling home prices in more markets. Read More
Cooling Inflation Boosts September Rate Cut Odds
Inflation declined to 2.5% in June, supporting the Fed's potential September interest rate cuts and hinting at a "soft landing" for the economy. Read More
How the Economy Impacts Mortgage Rates
As someone who’s thinking about buying or selling a home, you’re probably paying close attention to mortgage rates – and wondering what's ahead. Read More
Webinars: Buyer Broker Agreements Explained
Join the Florida Realtors® legal team for an online discussion about the amended Buyer Broker Agreements. The free webinars will be held Monday and Tuesday. Read More
Mortgage Rates See First Uptick in Three Weeks
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage rose to 6.78% from 6.77% last week, while costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages rose to 6.07% from 6.05%. Read More
Florida AG Warns of Vacation Rental Scams
Scammers are posting fake listings for properties that are not available for rent. Verify the listing and conduct online searches to ensure the listing is real. Read More